Overview of Developmental Milestones

Watching your child grow and develop is both exciting and rewarding. Understanding developmental milestones can help you track your child’s progress and know when to seek additional support. Dr. Kristine Liberty, Dr. Steven Kovar, and Dr. Jessica Ciszek at Kids First Pediatrics in Plainfield, IL, are here to help you monitor your child’s growth and development.

Developmental Milestones: What to Expect in Your Child’s First Year

As your baby grows, they will experience many changes. Look at key developmental milestones you can expect during their first year.

• 1 to 3 months:

  • Smiling at themselves and others
  • Raising their head and chest when lying on their stomach
  • Tracking movement with their eyes
  • Bringing their hands to their mouth
  • Gripping and reaching for objects

• 4 to 6 months:

  • Rolling over
  • Babbling and laughing
  • Sitting up with support
  • Improving head control
  • Starting to crawl

• 7 to 9 months:

  • Sitting without support
  • Responding to familiar words
  • Clapping and playing simple games like peekaboo
  • Pulling up to stand

• 10 to 12 months:

  • Beginning to self-feed
  • Moving while holding onto furniture
  • Speaking one or two words
  • Pointing at objects for attention
  • Engaging in pretend play
  • Taking first steps

Developmental assessments are an important part of routine well-child visits and should be conducted when your child is 9, 18, and 30 months old. These assessments help track your child's growth and identify concerns early on.

Want to Learn More About Developmental Milestones?

Contact Dr. Kristine Liberty, Dr. Steven Kovar, and Dr. Jessica Ciszek at Kids First Pediatrics in Plainfield, IL, to learn more about developmental milestones and what to expect during your child's first year. Call the office today at (815) 254-2403 to schedule an appointment.